2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
